Common Desk is a vibrant and community-oriented coworking space that specializes in crafting coworking locations where individuals can truly thrive. To that end, the company focuses on creating an environment where people and their workstations can integrate harmoniously to enhance the overall work experience and productivity. As such, the spaces are curated with local art and intentional design elements to create a warm ambiance, foster connections and inspire collaboration.
The Common Desk office on Franklin Street in Houston (known as POST Houston) features 24,000 square feet of shared space, private offices and flexible office suites. Here, freelancers, startups, or even established companies looking to expand can find a perfect workspace solution in this building, and membership options at Common Desk cater to different needs and preferences. For instance, for professionals seeking flexibility, daily passes are available to access the coworking spaces whenever needed. Or, students can take advantage of the student memberships, which provide extended access, meeting space and community offerings to make studying more convenient and enjoyable. Meanwhile, shared desks offer a perfect balance between collaboration and privacy, while those who require personalized and secure work areas can benefit from the private offices that are spacious and customizable with sit/stand desks, office chairs, filing cabinets, lock-and-key entry and ample legroom.
When it comes to meetings and events, Common Desk provides several conference rooms with capacities ranging from two to 18 people. These rooms come fully stocked with whiteboards, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with presentation capabilities, and all of the necessary outlets to ensure seamless and productive gatherings. The space also provides versatile event venues that can accommodate work meetings, startup-related events or family-oriented gatherings. Similarly, a 32-seat training room for workshops and presentations is also available on demand. The remarkable, 550,000-square-foot workspace facility also features a breathtaking, six-acre rooftop park open to members, thereby offering them panoramic views of downtown Houston. And, as part of Common Desk’s commitment to fostering a strong sense of community, weekly events are organized to provide opportunities to connect with fellow members, share knowledge and build valuable relationships.
Situated in the historic Barbara Jordan United States Post Office building, Common Desk offers its members easy access to a variety of restaurants, including Barnaby’s Cafe, Pad Thai, Fusion Taco and the Hard Rock Cafe, as well as renowned hotels — like Four Seasons Hotel, Fitzpatrick and Concorde Hotel — all of which are just a stone’s throw away.
Amenities
Complimentary coffee & tea
High-speed wifi
Lockable filing cabinets
Office furniture
Standing desks
Parking
Patio
Available Workspaces
Open Desk Coworking
Starting at
$299/month
Meeting Room
Private Office
Office Suite
Hours of Operation
From 7:00 am
to 10:00 pm
From 7:00 am
to 10:00 pm
From 7:00 am
to 10:00 pm
From 7:00 am
to 10:00 pm
From 7:00 am
to 10:00 pm
From 7:00 am
to 10:00 pm
From 7:00 am
to 10:00 pm
Walk & Ride
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71/100
Very Walkable -
84/100
Excellent Transit -
60/100
Bikeable
Location
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Address:
401 Franklin Street
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Neighborhood:
Downtown Houston
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City:
Houston, TX
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Zip Code:
77002
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Local Highlights
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Theater District (westbound)
0.30 miles
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Theater District (eastbound)
0.33 miles
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UH-Downtown
0.46 miles
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Central Station Capitol
0.55 miles
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Main Street Square (northbound)
0.56 miles
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Central Station Rusk
0.58 miles
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Main Street Square (southbound)
0.66 miles
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Convention District (eastbound)
0.90 miles
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Convention District (westbound)
0.93 miles
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Downtown Transit Center
1.07 miles
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The Lancaster Hotel
0.28 miles
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Hotel ICON
0.38 miles
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Moxy
0.40 miles
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JW Marriott Houston Downtown
0.49 miles
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AC Hotel by Marriott Houston Downtown
0.51 miles
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Sam Houston Hotel
0.52 miles
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Magnolia Hotel Houston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
0.52 miles
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Club Quarters Hotel, Houston, Downtown
0.53 miles
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Hyatt Place Houston / Downtown
0.54 miles
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Aloft Houston Downtown
0.56 miles
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University of Houston-Downtown
0.41 miles
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Brock Elementary School
0.57 miles
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Young Scholars Academy
0.99 miles
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Crockett Elementary School
1.07 miles
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Lamar Elementary School
1.08 miles
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Sacred Heart School
1.14 miles
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Gregory - Lincoln Education Center
1.26 miles
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Sherman Elementary School
1.27 miles
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Marshall Middle Academy of Fine Arts
1.29 miles
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Northside High School
1.34 miles
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POST Market
0.10 miles
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Hard Rock Cafe
0.20 miles
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Birraporetti's
0.23 miles
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Pad Thai
0.24 miles
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Barnaby's Cafe
0.28 miles
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Sapporo Sushi & Bat
0.29 miles
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Niko Niko's
0.31 miles
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Hearsay Gastro Lounge
0.33 miles
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Frank's Pizza
0.36 miles
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The Big Casino Bar
0.36 miles
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The Shops at Houston Center
0.74 miles
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Phoenicia Speciality Foods
0.81 miles
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Fiesta
1.19 miles
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Randalls
1.23 miles
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Target
1.30 miles
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La Michocana
1.34 miles
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Kroger
1.52 miles
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H-E-B
1.84 miles
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Whole Foods Market
1.94 miles
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Magick Cauldron
1.98 miles
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Alley Theatre Garage
0.22 miles
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Market Square Tower Garage
0.24 miles
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One Market Square Garage
0.32 miles
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City Of Houston Annex Parking
0.41 miles
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Capitol Tower Garage
0.41 miles
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Binz Garage
0.46 miles
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Lot H
0.48 miles
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Walker @ Main
0.51 miles
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University of Houston-Dowtown Lot A
0.51 miles
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University of Houston-Downtown Daly Lot
0.51 miles
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U-Haul
1.01 miles
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Avis
1.06 miles
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Hertz
1.18 miles
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Mister Car Wash
1.79 miles
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Budget
1.85 miles
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Joe's Car Wash
1.88 miles
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Keep It Clean Hand Car Wash
1.91 miles
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Enterprise
1.92 miles
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Shine AutoSpa Midtown
2.53 miles
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Carriage Glass & Detail
2.55 miles
Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
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At 401 Franklin Street, Open Desk Coworkings can be booked on a monthly basis.
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Most, if not all, amenities are available to you as a member, regardless of the type of membership. Some shared spaces, like the meeting rooms, need to be booked in advance and private offices are only available for those with a subscription. However, all the other areas, like the lounge, kitchen and breakout spaces, are usable by every member. All complimentary services are available and anything ancillary can be purchased or negotiated with Common Desk.
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Storage in coworking spaces can be limited, with most of it reserved for members with dedicated desks and private offices. However, you can reach out to the coworking operator using the form on the right side of the page to see what options are currently available.
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Absolutely. Flexibility is one of the best parts of coworking. Most coworking memberships are month-to-month, so you can quickly adjust your space preferences according to your unique requirements and the size of your team. Whether that means upgrading the space or downsizing it or even completely changing the type of coworking subscription that you use, you always have the option to adjust as you go.
It may be possible to adjust your membership before current membership ends, but you will have to discuss and negotiate directly with Common Desk, who is more than happy to help out.
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Yes, you can certainly take a tour of the space before signing up for a membership. In fact, it’s encouraged, to help you get a feel for what your workday will look like. Schedule a tour here by filling out the form along with the date and time when you would like to visit the space and we’ll see you there.
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In business since: 2012
Common Desk’s mission is to make days better by creating thoughtful moments, human connections, and a sense of belonging–for all. Our coworking locations are connective, accommodating, and inspiring places that you actually want to show up to day-in and day-out.
